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Gear Keeper® Retractable Tool Lanyard Systems meet IAQG, NAFPI and NCATT Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) standards for securing loose tools

plaatjeAviation and aerospace safety engineers concerned with Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) can choose from an extensive array of Gear Keeper stock and custom tethering systems.

Virtually eliminating a tool left behind, aviation maintenance and repair service employees can use the tool and then let it go as it safely returns to Gear Keeper’s secure tool storage position.

A tool inadvertently left behind during a maintenance or repair service has the potential to bring down a plane. At best it can cause repairs, flight delays, plane changes and fuel inefficiencies. Internationally, Foreign Object Damage (FOD) costs the aviation industry about Euro 10.000.000.000,00 per year in direct and indirect costs. A recent Insight SRI survey4 indicated that 300 of the world’s largest airports, which collectively service about 55 million aircraft movements per year, have reported more than 60,000 FOD incidents. Fortunately, many of these instances can be virtually eliminated by a Gear Keeper retractable tool tethering system that will prevent anyone from leaving a tool behind.

Aviation and aerospace safety engineers concerned with Foreign Object Elimination (FOE) can choose from an extensive array of Gear Keeper stock and custom tethering systems. Manufactured in the U.S.A. by Hammerhead Industries, the Gear Keeper line of tool and instrument tethering systems is the world’s largest and most comprehensive. With over 3.000 different lanyards and retractable tethering configurations, a Gear Keeper system will fit virtually every aviation/aerospace tool or application.

The patented Gear Keeper Retractor is at the core of an extensive product line utilizing four different retractors from light to heavy duty. Each of the retractor mechanisms is engineered for retraction forces that are balanced for the weight of the tool being used. The result is effortless extension and retraction without arm strain or harmful “snap-back.” An employee can use the tool and then let it go as it safely and automatically returns to Gear Keeper’s secure tool position.

The modular Gear Keeper system has an impressive array of benefits and features including; lanyard lengths from 70 to 107 cm, patented self-flushing system (that clears sand and debris), salt-water proof, withstands high-temperature environments, keeps tools close to the body thereby avoiding potential entanglement issues and a ratcheting gear that minimizes lanyard length and arm strain. There is also a large selection of mounting options for attaching the lanyard to the user including a 360° Rotating Belt Clip Mount, Threaded Stud Mount, Heavy Duty Snap Clip Mount, Velcro Strap Mount and Epaulet Mount.

For more information about the Gear Keeper Modular Retractor System — or any of the company’s other innovative tethering products, the full line of Gear Keeper’s tool and instrument tethers, lanyards and accessories contact the European distributor Avera Distributing in The Netherlands.

BUTEL SOFTWARE; ARC125 FOR (U)BC125XLT SCANNER

Butel Software, established in 1999 by Gommert Buijsen, is the leading manufacturer for scanner software in the world.
They produce software for Uniden-Bearcat models in Europe and USA, but also for brands like AOR, ICOM and others.

Avera is distributor of the complete range of scanner software made by Butel Software from The Netherlands.

Let us have a look at one of the most popular software programs sold now-a-days, the ARC125.

ARC125: The programming software for the (U)BC125 XLT scanners.

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The UBC125XLT is a nice and compact scanner that can store up to 500 memory channels. To make it easy to program the 500 memories the ARC125 programming software was developed by Butel Software.

ARC125 has a very friendly spreadsheet like user interface. This makes it very easy to program new frequencies in the UBC125XLT scanner.

You can easily cut/copy/paste data. You can also import frequency data from any website using the intelligent ‘Paste frequencies’ option.

Channels can be inserted, deleted and sorted using the menu options. But you can also easily swap/copy/move entire banks.
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You can store an unlimited number of frequency files.
Uploading to the scanner is fast and smooth using the USB port.

ARC125 comes with a driver for the European UBC125XLT and the US version BC125XLT. After installing the driver, ARC125 will automatically detect the (U)BC125 scanner. ARC125 is compatible with Windows XP/Vista/7/8.

MIDLAND G15; MULTI-TASK PORTABLE PMR446 TRANSCEIVER WITH VOCAL TUNING

Midland Introduces the new multi-task transceiver: MIDLAND G15

midland g15MIDLAND G15 is the new semi-professional radio, operating on the PMR446 band, that guarantees clear communications and durable operations.

Compact but extremely tough, G15 boasts an aluminum die cast chassis and the compliance to IP67 level, offering total protection from dust and against the effect of immersion in water up to 1m depth for 30 minutes.

G15 is a very reliable equipment, easy to use and provides clear communications with your partners, even in very noisy environments.

Midland G15 is programmable through its optional programming software: PRG-G15 allows you to increase the performance of your radio or to reduce its functionality by enabling or disabling some features (CTCSS, DCS, TOT, VOX, ROGER BEEP, SQUELCH, VOICE, Emergency…).

G15, incorporates many features such as the vocal tuning activated by default, SCAN and VOX for hands- free conversations; besides, the high-efficiency 1600mAh Li-Ion battery pack ensures 19 hours of autonomy.

With its 16 channels (8 PMR446+ 8 pre-programmed), 50 CTCSS tones and 105 DCS codes, Midland G15 is the ideal device for leisure situations but especially for professional users!
In Conformity with CE/99/05

Colour:

  • Black

What’s in the box:

  • G15 transceiver with belt clip
  • rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 1600mAh
  • wall adaptor
  • desktop charger
  • quick guide

Main features:

  • PMR 446 Transceiver
  • 8 PMR446 + 8 pre-programmed channels
  • Output power: ≤ 500mW
  • Channel spacing: 12.5KHz
  • IP67 certified
  • Vocal tuning
  • Scan
  • Monitor
  • Roger beep
  • Auto battery save
  • Squelch
  • VOX
  • L-type plug, 2 PIN Motorola
  • Weight: 227gr (battery included)
  • Dimensions: 105×50×32mm (antenna excluded)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES:

  • PRG-G15 Programming software – cod. C1131
  • PB-G15 Li-Ion battery pack 1600mAh – cod. C1128

To improve its ease of use, two optional microphones have been designed:

  • MA25-M Speaker/Mike with L-type plug, 2 Pin Motorola – cod. C1129
  • MA27-M Mike with PTT and L-type plug, 2 Pin Motorola – cod. C1130

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

FINE TUNE WRIST LANYARDS FOR MAXIMUM WORKSITE SAFETY, INCREASED PRODUCTIVITY AND EASE OF USE.

Gear Keeper® Modular Wrist Lanyard Systems For Small Hand Tools Offers Many Tethering Options.
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Gear Keeper’s new retractable and non-retractable wrist lanyard systems for tools up to 2.5 Kg. are particularly valuable when a short drop length is critical or when climbing or working in close quarters. Productivity is increased by the company’s patented Quick Q/C and Q/C-II Connect tool attachment connectors that permit secure, fast and easy connection / disconnection of tools. Users can change out and use many tools with just one lanyard by fitting additional male connectors to all tools being used and merely unclick one tool and attach another.
The modularity of Gear Keeper tethering system offers the flexibility needed to safely and specifically match the tool, worker and application. Unlike an ‘off-the-shelf’ lanyard, which can actually become a safety hazard, all Gear Keeper tethering systems insure dependable safety and quality by the company’s stringent quality control systems. QA includes dynamic and static testing, drop load testing with up to a 100% safety margin and cycle testing for safe productive use and long-life.
Two Gear Keeper wrist lanyards that are among the popular choices of safety engineers are the model TL1-2006 Retractable Wrist Lanyard for tools up to 0,5 Kg and the non-retractable model #TL1-2007 Deluxe Wrist Lanyard for tools up to 2,5 Kg. Both types offer Velcro wrist straps and are available in high visibility safety orange with serial numbers to satisfy traceability standards.

TL1-2006

The TL1-2006 Retractable Wrist Tether offers a 100cm extension and comes complete with the model #ACO-0926 Q/C II Elastic Lanyard Connector. Suggested retail for the TL1-2006 Retractable Wrist Lanyard is € 32,49. Additional connector accessories include a 7,5 cm Load Bearing Aluminum Carabiner model #3-0069-03 – € 2,79, and extra male Q/C II elastic lanyard connectors model #ACO-0926 are € 4,99 each.

TL1-2007

The TL1-2007 Deluxe Wrist Lanyard (non-retractable) comes complete with the model #ACO-0206 a 33 cm Nylon Lanyard connector. Suggested retail for the TL1-2007 Deluxe Wrist Lanyard is € 16,49.

ACCESSORIES
Accessories include a 7,5 cm Load Bearing Aluminum Carabiner model #3-0069-03 – € 2,79, and 15 cm and 33 cm lanyard nylon connectors for € 4,99 (15 cm reach) and  € 5,99 (33 cm reach).

THREE NEW GEAR KEEPER SUPER COIL™ TETHERING SYSTEMS FOR ANCHORING TOOLS UP TO 11 KG.

When Selecting Tool Tethers, Shock Loads Are A Significant Concern For Worker Safety.
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Three new Gear Keeper Super Coil™ tethering systems for anchoring tools up to 11 Kg.

Tethering heavy tools, generally over 5 Kg, is a significant safety concern.
A dropped 11 Kg tool that is tethered will have a shock load exceeding 150 Kg.
If tethered to a person, it is more than enough to dislodge the worker from his perch. The new, heavy-duty 2,5 cm (1”) Super Coil Anchored Tethering System is easily attached (anchored) to a fixed structure such as high-rise bucket or scaffolding. Anchoring the tether transfers the shock load produced by a dropped tool from the worker to the structure.

Designed for heavy tools and instruments up to 11 Kg, Hammerhead Industries, manufacturers of Gear Keeper industrial tool tethering systems, has announced three new 2,5 cm (1”) Super Coil anchored tool tethering systems.
Each of the new anchored tethers is intended for attachment to a fixed structure rather than to a person. Engineered to avoid or minimize entanglement, the three new 2,5 cm (1”) Super Coil Anchored Tethering Systems boast a short retracted length 104 cm.

Each of the Super Coil Tethering Systems provides an ample working radius for applications requiring tools like power drills, nail guns, power drivers and other heavier weight tools. The Super Coil’s inner coil system is fully enclosed in rugged nylon orange webbing that increases the tether’s overall strength and durability even under tough on-the-job conditions. The new Gear Keeper models are produced in high visibility orange color and feature a tag that shows the weight of the tool appropriate for the tether as well as traceability info such has date manufactured.

To suit a variety of tethering needs, the ‘Anchored’ tethers are available in three configurations. Options include a choice of drop lengths, and working area dimensions; Non-conductive stainless steel carbineers for tools with attachment points and a fixed loop attachment strap for tools that don’t – for example, when a large handled tool such as a chain saw needs tethering, the worker simply slip-knots the ‘fixed loop’ over the handle.
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The model TL1-4025 is a flexible, low profile coil system that provides a 3 meter working radius for tools like power drills, nail guns, power drivers and other heavier weight tools.

For tools that have attachment points, the Model TL1-4021 (€ 46,99) has two stainless steel carabiners for attaching to the tool and the structure and provides a 3 meter working area; For tools that don’t have a suitable attachment point, the Model TL1-4025 (€ 42,99) with one stainless steel carabiner for attachment to the structure and a fixed loop for easy attachment to virtually any tool and also provides a 3 meter working area; For shorter drop lengths, the Model TL1-4026 (€ 39,99) with one stainless steel carabiner for attachment to the structure and a fixed loop for easy attachment to the tool; this model provides a 180 cm working area. The company offers bulk discounts for 50 or more units.

“All Gear Keeper tool tether ratings are load tested with up to a 100% safety margin, beyond the break point, to safely handle the shock load,” said John Salentine, VP of Hammerhead Industries. “Tool tethering is a site safety issue and safety starts with the proper mating of the tool, tether and application to ensure productivity and safety in the work environment.”

AT THE DROP OF A HAT… YOU COULD CAUSE A LOT OF DAMAGE TO THE WORKSITE.

New Retractable Gear Keeper© Hardhat Lanyard adds more security to fall-protection harness systems.

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The new hardhat lanyard is load tested to safely tether all commonly used industrial hardhats. The RT5-5601 is easily attached with Velcro strap loops and cinches around the fall protection harness strap, ring or tri-bar.

In the unfortunate event of a fall, a fall-arrest harness will protect the worker, but as his hardhat continues the descent, a fall-arrest harness won’t protect the work site. Designed for use with all fall-protection harness systems, the retractable RT5-5601 Hardhat Lanyard System is the missing safety link.

Dropped from aloft, a hardhat is a one-pound unguided missile that endangers the entire worksite. It’s an accident that can be virtually eliminated with Hammerhead Industries’ innovative Gear Keeper RT5-5601 Hardhat Lanyard Retention System.

The new hardhat lanyard is load tested to safely tether all commonly used industrial hardhats. The RT5-5601 is easily attached with Velcro strap loops and cinches around the fall protection harness strap, ring or tri-bar. It is designed to keep the lanyard close to the body to avoid discomfort and entanglement.

The new lanyard uses a sturdy, industrial-grade spectra/nylon line that extends up to 35 centimeter. For additional safety, the Gear Keeper Hardhat Lanyard model RT5-5601 features a gentle 70 gram retraction force that takes up any unused slack. And, when it’s time to break for lunch, the Gear Keeper hardhat lanyard allows the worker to take off his hardhat and drape it over his shoulder for safekeeping.

With the new Gear Keeper Hardhat Lanyard, securing a hardhat is quick and easy thanks to the unit’s convenient snap clip mount. The retractable lanyard’s stainless steel spring, hardware and high-impact case allow it to stand up to daily rigorous use of workers on the job. And, when workers are ready to call it a day, Gear Keeper’s patented Quick Connect™ System allows the hardhat to be easily disconnected without completely removing the lanyard’s base.

The Hardhat Lanyard System model RT5-5601 retails for € 14,99 excl VAT.. Contact Avera-distributing for special bulk pricing.

“All Gear Keeper lanyard and tether ratings are load tested with up to a 100% safety margin, beyond the break point, to safely handle the shock.

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The guide’s ‘Select the Right Tether in Four Easy Steps’ chart is designed as a quick reference that will aid safety professionals when selecting appropriate tethers for tools up to 12 kilogram load,” said John Salentine, VP of Gear Keeper.

“Gear tethering is a site safety issue and safety starts with the proper mating of the tool, tether and application to ensure continued productivity and safety in the work environment.”

SMART PHONE + SMART TETHER = SMART COMBO.

New Retractable Cell Phone Tether Allows Full Use of Phone While Preventing Loss or Damage.

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If all misplaced phones weren’t recovered, just replacing their lost phones would have cost U.S. consumers more than 20 miljard euro in 2012.

For many, the smart phone is the repository of everything of personal importance. So now imagine the unthinkable… you lose your smart phone. All those phone numbers, pictures, personal stuff…OMG, you’ve even lost your banking and credit card information. According to a survey conducted by USA TODAY, last year alone, 9 million lost smartphones. That’s one phone lost every 3.5 seconds.

In addition to day-to-day business and personal phone use, many smart phones are dropped and lost when taking photos, videos or mapping while backpacking, skiing or fishing. If all misplaced phones weren’t recovered, just replacing their lost phones would have cost U.S. consumers more than $ 30 billion in 2012.

Now, you can protect your smart phone against loss or damage with the Smart Phone tether by Gear Keeper. It’s a compact retractable safety lanyard that fits in or near the pocket where you phone is usually stored. The tether can be attached to a belt loop, purse or to the small d-rings found in many ski and sporting jackets. Two mounting systems are included with the RT5-5470 Smart Phone tether; A snap clip for mounting to a belt loop, d-ring or purse and a stainless steel threaded stud that can attach the retractable phone tether to a jacket, pocket or any other item of clothing.

No need to worry about your phone dangling from a tether. It won’t happen with the Gear Keeper Smart Phone tethering system. The unique low-force tension of the Smart Phone retractable tether absorbs any slack in the tether line yet still permits arm strain-free phone conversations. When your call is finished, put the phone back where you got it, the retractor will automatically reel in the line. Should you drop your phone, no worry, the 40-pound break-strength, spectra/nylon tether line extends up to 36 inches and is virtually unbreakable.

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No need to worry about your phone dangling from a tether. It won’t happen with the Gear Keeper Smart Phone tethering system.

The Smart Phone tether is supplied with two, easy-to-attach mounting systems for use with any smart-phone. They include the iPhone® connector designed specifically for the Apple® phone and a pressure sensitive pad that can secure any smart-phone or smart-phone case to the tether. For extended talk times, watching videos, taking photos, checking directions, obtaining the latest updates from apps, the Smart Phone tether has a patented quick connect/disconnect system that lets users easily detach the phone from the tether.

A great gift idea, the Gear Keeper phone tether retails for € 21,99 excl VAT.

For volume discounts or more information about the new Gear Keeper Retractable Smart Phone Keeper contact Avera Distributing. WWW.AVERA.EU

M8 AIR CONTROL AIR/MARINE/CB-27MHz RECEIVER

Sometimes you cannot help but wonder “how can they make it for this price?”. This is what I experienced when I noted the end user price of the M8 Receiver. For less than € 30  you buy a receiver for CB/27MHz, Air Band, Marine Band and more. Incredible.
Thanks to our friends in Asia it is possible.
Of course the looks and some specs could be better and batteries (AA) are not included, but it does enable you to listen to a lot of communications for a low budget price.

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This multi-band receiver is an ideal entry level radio for listening to Airband, Public Services, Marine Band and CB Radio Frequencies as well as TV Audio & FM Transmissions.
The Frequency Range is 54-176MHz and CB/27MHz 80 Channels.
Features include separate squelch & volume controls, earphone jack socket, 3-position waveband selector, retractable aerial, a large clear display and a LED power indicator.
This radio can be powered by either a 6VDC power supply or with 4 x AA batteries (both not included).

FEATURES, FUNCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS:
* CB – FM, Air, PB, Marine, WB Bands.
* High Sensitivity.
* Telescopic Antenna.
* Carrying Strap.
* Earphone Jack.
* DC Jack.
* DC 6V (UM3 x 4 Batteries) not included.

SPECIFICATIONS:
* Frequency: 54-176 MHz (with gaps)
* Range: Air 108-145 MHz
* PB 145-176 MHz
* WB 162.5 MHz
* TV1 54-87 MHz
* FM 88-108 MHz
* CB 1-80 Channels
* Antenna length: 300 mm
* Output power: 500 mW
* Loud speaker: 7,5 cm (3 inch) 4 Ohms
* Power: 4 X AA (not included)
* Dimensions: 220 X 100 X 50 mm

PACKING INCLUDES:
1 Pc of Receiver.
1 Pc of Fixed Carrying Strap.
1 Pc of User Manual English.

NEW: M6-MALE TO M7-FEMALE ADAPTORS

EUROPEAN MOBILE ANTENNA MOUNTS

The regular antenna mount for mobile CB antennas in continental Europe is the N-mount, also known as the DV-Mount.
There are several version of the N-mount, like N, NE and NP.
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There are several accessories/adaptors that allow operators to use whips with other connections on these mounts.

USA MOBILE ANTENNA MOUNTS

While most of Europe uses the so called DV-Mount, in the UK we see a lot of mounts similar to the American mounts with 3/8×24 thread.
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M6 THREAD WHIPS

A few years ago some truck brands in Europe decided to use antenna mounts with M6-Male thread based on an unknown type used only/mainly in Scandinavian countries.

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Now, there is a new antenna mount version that is used by some truck brands. It is not an M6 but M7 thread.
To use M6 whips on the new M7 mounts there is an adaptor available to make your M6 antenna fit on the M7 mount.
This adaptor allows you to use the existing M6 whips on the new M7 mount.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:

The M6-Male to M7-Female Adaptor is to be used on vehicular antennas with M6-Female thread.
It is available in a chrome and a black version. They can be easily screwed and locked by using a 10 mm open key.

MIDLAND CT510 DUAL BAND UHF/VHF MULTI TASK TRANSCEIVER

CT510 is the brand new Dual band UHF/VHF realized with the latest technology in the radio-communication field.Its design and robust frame with the aluminum CT510 Phot Front V2die cast chassis make of CT510 the ideal solution for the professionals who need to stay in touch with colleagues in construction sites, buildings, trade fairs, sport exhibitions, etc.
Extremely compact, to easily wear it, it is only 9,5 cm high and has a thickness of only 2,5 cm.
CT510 is equipped with an alphanumerical keypad, useful to set channels, frequencies and all the main functions.

The new flexible antenna, common to all the CT Midland range, allows to easily wear the radio on a belt.
The display shows the dual band of use or, at your choice, one of the following options:
– Channel number
– Frequency band
– Channel number and relevant frequency
– Channel name
The radio is also equipped with FM radio receiver.
It is also available, as optional accessory, the programming kit PRG-510

COMPLYING TO CE/99/05

COLOR: black

SINGLE PACKING including:
• CT510 transceiver
• Flexible antenna
• Li-Ion battery pack 1300mAh
• Belt clip
• Desktop charger with wall adaptor
• User manual

MAIN FEATURES

• Dual band (VHF/UHF) displayed
• Frequency band:144-146MHz & 430-440MHz (Rx / Tx)
• Operating mode: UHF-VHF, VHF-VHF or UHF-UHF
• Output power: 2W VHF /2W UHF
• 128 channels to store
• VOX function
• 162 DCS codes and 39 CTCSS tones
• ‘VOICE’ function
• SOS emergency function
• Channel spacing selectable between 25kHz and 12,5 kHz
• The display can show at your choice: channel number, frequency, channel number + frequency or channel name
• Inverted frequency function
• Scan
• FM radio receiver
• Frequency step: 5 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 10 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 25 kHz, 37kHz, 50kHz, 100kHz.
• Tx power selectable: high (2W)or low (500mW)
• Li-Ion battery pack 1300mAh
• Desktop charger (for battery pack only)
• Frequency offset: 0-69.950 MHz
• Shift repeater
• Busy channel lockout (BCLO) function
• TX signal strength shown in the display
• Vocal and visual indication of low battery level
• Roger Beep tone at the beginning/end transmission
• TOT (Time out timer) function
• Keypad lock
• Scan of frequencies with CTCSS/DCS
• Channel and function reset
• 1750 tone for repeaters
• External speaker/mike jack: 1 Pin 2,5mm (like MIDLAND 777, to be confirmed)

Specifications are subject to change without notice.